They Want To Be Free – Joe Smooth – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Joe Smooth’s “They Want To Be Free” stands as a beacon in the evolution of electronic music, channeling the optimism and communal spirit that defined late-1980s Chicago house. Smooth, a visionary producer and DJ, built his legacy on tracks that spoke to both mind and movement, and this album encapsulates his gift for marrying soulful melodies with deep, infectious rhythms. While his seminal anthem “Promised Land” is often cited, “They Want To Be Free” demonstrates his enduring commitment to music as a vessel for liberation and unity.

Every track is meticulously arranged, balancing uplifting vocal samples with the insistent thump of classic drum machines and warm, rolling basslines. There’s a sincerity in the album’s message—a call for freedom and togetherness—that transcends the dancefloor and resonates deeply today. For collectors and listeners alike, this record is more than nostalgia; it’s a living testament to house music’s power to inspire change, ignite joy, and bring people together. Whether you’re spinning it in a late-night set or letting its grooves soundtrack your daily life, “They Want To Be Free” is an essential document of house culture’s golden era and its timeless promise of hope.

Track List:
A1 – They Want To Be Free (Strauss In The House Mix) –
A2 – They Want To Be Free (Club Dub Of Strauss In The House Mix) –
A3 – They Want To Be Free (LP Version) –
B1 – They Want To Be Free (Smooth Dub) –
B2 – They Want To Be Free (The Julian “Jumpin'” Perez Mix) –